An Exploratory Study of Sexual Risk Behaviour Among University Students in Bhutan

Sherab, Kezang; Howard, John; Tshomo, S.; Tshering, Kuenzang; Dorji, Pema

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“…While some have up to 1500 students, a few are small with only about 100 students. The survey contained the items in the first study (Choden et al, 2019;Sherab et al, 2019) with some additions. In relation to demographic information, family circumstances, student accommodation and supports -as these could influence the experience and impacts of bullying, for example living alone or in a hostel -family supports and education of parents were included.…”

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“…The current study was undertaken to ascertain the current situation seven years after the initial study of college students in Bhutan in 2016 (Choden et al, 2019;Sherab et al, 2019), and make further recommendations that might be required to inform curricula and interventions to reduce bullying and discrimination in school and college settings.…”

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“…As in most countries, bullying and discrimination by peers and/or teachers is common in Bhutanese schools and colleges (including monastic schools and colleges), despite the country's adherence to a guiding philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH) (Choden et al, 2019;Sherab et al, 2019;Sherab & Schuelka;. Bullying and discrimination arise in a complex mix of individual, family, school, cultural and religious factors, as well as gender, poverty, marginalisation, and (dis)ability.…”

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“…These can include depression, anxiety, stress, insecurity, feelings of rejection, isolation, loneliness, suicidal ideation, suicidal attempts, sleep difficulties, substance use, poor nutrition and self-care. Likewise, other impacts such as lack of concentration, low performance, truancy, and fear of attending school, are evident (Annalakshmi & Venkatesan, 2018;Baldasare et al, 2012;Choden et al, 2019;Hanani, 2021;Holt et al, 2014;Li et al, 2023;Lubis et al, 2022;Man et al, 2022;Mishna, et al, 2010;Sherab et al, 2019;Williams et al, 2019).…”

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Incompatible with Happiness: Results from Second Survey of Bullying and Discrimination Experiences of Bhutanese Higher Education Students

Sherab,

Choden,

Howard

2024

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Bhutan is known to the outside world as a nation with Gross National Happiness (GNH) as its goal, a concept which is fundamentally underpinned by Buddhist philosophy of loving-kindness, compassion, emphatic joy, and equanimity. In Buddhism these are referred to as the four immeasurable qualities that one must cultivate to become kind, compassionate, and caring towards all living beings, and ultimately generates happiness. This concept as applied should lead to minimal or no instances of bullying and discrimination in such a society and in particular in educational institutions. However, prior studies as well as media reports have shown that there are growing instances of bullying and discrimination amongst both school and higher education students, and staff which is a cause of concern for a GNH nation. Such school experiences are likely to be transferred to higher education institutions and then later to the work places. Bullying and discrimination are often associated with negative outcomes and impacts overall mental well-being of students which can be detrimental to their later life. Therefore, this quantitative study was designed to understand the current level of bullying and discrimination amongst students (N= <10,000) of higher education institutions (n= 15) in Bhutan through a self-administered on-line survey to a representative sample of 1652 (male= 41.3%; female= 57.7% & others= 1%). Essentially, the reported prevalence of being bullied reduced (from about 45% in 2016 to about 36% in 2023), and likewise the reported prevalence of bullying others declined(from 18% to about 10%). There was also a slight reduction for those reporting some form of discrimination; from 51% from 46%. The preliminary findings from the study will provide insights into the current state of bullying and discrimination prevalent in the higher education institutions and make a case for more effective interventions to reduce prevalence of bullying and discrimination in schools and colleges, and, more broadly, the community.

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Incompatible with Happiness: Results from Second Survey of Bullying and Discrimination Experiences of Bhutanese Higher Education Students

Sherab,

Choden,

Howard

2024

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“…Such practices could lead to a negative impact on student wellbeing and ultimately hamper their performance. Bhutanese college students experience mental health issues such as depression, stress, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, drugs, and unsafe sex (Sherab et al, 2017;Sherab et al, 2019;Schuelka et al, 2021). This is an indication amongst others that there is lack of wellbeing within the university students in Bhutan.…”

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Well-being and academic workload: Perceptions of Science and technology students

Yangdon¹,

Sherab²,

Choezom³

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Educ. Res. Rev.

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University students need to find a balance between their physical, mental, social, and emotional state to do well in their academics. Student's well-being should be one of the top priorities for any academic institute. The present study employed a sequential mixed methods approach to provide insights into students' perceptions of well-being and academic workload. An online survey (n = 385) was conducted in the first phase, followed by collection of qualitative data through course assignments (n = 119) in the second phase for in-depth information. The findings showed that the students are not satisfied with college life, particularly in terms of academic workload as well as basic facilities and services. Furthermore, the results demonstrate that students have issue coping with negative emotions, which is likely to impact their overall well-being and health. Therefore, it is crucial that the college implement strategic interventions to address these issues.

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Bhutanese trainee teachers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices about sex and sexual health: exploring the impact of intervention programmes

Tshomo

Sherab

Howard³

2020

Sex Education

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An Exploratory Study of Sexual Risk Behaviour Among University Students in Bhutan

Cited by 4 publications

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Incompatible with Happiness: Results from Second Survey of Bullying and Discrimination Experiences of Bhutanese Higher Education Students

Incompatible with Happiness: Results from Second Survey of Bullying and Discrimination Experiences of Bhutanese Higher Education Students

Well-being and academic workload: Perceptions of Science and technology students

Bhutanese trainee teachers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices about sex and sexual health: exploring the impact of intervention programmes

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